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West Virginia Private Elementary Schools By Tuition Cost

Name: West Virginia Average Tuition Cost Trends (Elementary)
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The average private elementary school tuition in West Virginia is $5,669 per year (2026-27).

The private elementary school with the lowest tuition is Ambassador Christian Academy, with a tuition of $1,850.

Quick Facts (26-27)

# WV Schools Ranked: 34
Top 20 Range (Tuition): $1,850–$5,000
WV School Avg.: $5,669
National School Avg.: $10,499

Quick Facts (26-27)

# WV Schools Ranked: 34
Top 20 Range (Tuition): $1,850–$5,000
WV School Avg.: $5,669
National School Avg.: $10,499

West Virginia Average Tuition Cost (Trends)

Total Growth: +85.3% (+$5,163 since 2015)

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Year	National avg	West Virginia (WV) avg	YoY Change ($)	YoY Change (%)
2025	$14,043	$11,215	▲ +$5,690	▲ +103.0%
2024	$12,357	$5,525	▼ -$893	▼ -13.9%
2023	$11,693	$6,418	▲ +$60	▲ +0.9%
2022	$11,199	$6,358	▲ +$269	▲ +4.4%
2021	$10,824	$6,089	▲ +$213	▲ +3.6%
2020	$10,496	$5,876	▲ +$1,035	▲ +21.4%
2019	$10,300	$4,841	▲ +$276	▲ +6.0%
2018	$10,056	$4,565	▼ -$91	▼ -2.0%
2017	$9,712	$4,656	▼ -$53	▼ -1.1%
2016	$9,307	$4,709	▼ -$1,343	▼ -22.2%
2015	$8,903	$6,052	—	—

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Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) Private School Universe Survey (PSS), direct school submissions, and proprietary website research and analysis by Private School Review.

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Tuition Cost Range: $1,850 $17,850 Avg. Tuition Cost: $5,669

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the West Virginia average private elementary schools tuition?

The West Virginia average private elementary schools tuition is $5,790 for 2026-27.

What are the private elementary schools with the lowest tuition cost in West Virginia?

The top ranked private elementary schools in West Virginia include Ambassador Christian Academy, Lighthouse Christian Academy and Mountain State Christian School.

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